Transformation Change Manager - closed

ROLE - Transformation Change Manager.

REPORTING TO - Head of Programme Delivery.

BASED - Leeds.

DURATION - perm.

Now THIS is an exciting opportunity to lead Change Management at an established, market-leading organisation who continue to invest heavily in technology and transformation.

THE ROLE HOLDER WILL:

• Define and deliver programme change management practices, establish frameworks, and build a team of change professionals to drive business adoption. 

• Partner with colleagues to allocate resources effectively, undertake assurance activities, and implement strategies for managing the human side of change. 

• Maximise benefits, align projects with change requirements, and develop communication strategies.

KEY DELIVERABLES:

• Develop and own a change management strategy based on the PROSCI framework.

• Build, develop, and lead a team of Change Professionals to deliver the Group’s Transformation objectives.

• Allocate change management resources in alignment with program and project goals.

• Establish change management policies, standards, and practices for consistent use and compliance.

• Review changes, identify conflicts, prioritise and coordinate changes, publish the change calendar to stakeholders.

• Conduct assessments to understand business readiness for change.

• Analyse current capabilities, culture, and potential barriers.

• Identify and assess the impacts of change on stakeholders' business processes, systems, and organisational structures.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Change management methodologies such as PROSCI, ADKAR.

• Team leadership skills to build the right capability across the team to deliver the Group’s Transformation Objectives.

• Ability to identify stakeholders impacted by change, assess their needs, and develop tailored engagement strategies.

• Capability to design and deliver training, workshops, and facilitate sessions to build awareness and skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication and the ability to effectively convey change messages.

• Strong networking and relationship building skills and the ability to establish trust and partnership with key stakeholders.

• Understanding of risk management principles and practices to identify potential risks to change success and develop mitigation strategies.

• Capability to inspire and motivate others and drive change initiatives.

LEADERSHIP QUALITIES:

• Articulate a clear and compelling vision for the future state, inspiring and motivating stakeholders to embrace change.

• Team Leadership - build a practice of change colleagues who are engaged with the transformation objectives.

• Ability to develop and implement a comprehensive change management strategy aligned with overall programme objectives.

• Understand and acknowlede the concerns and emotions of stakeholders, building trust and rapport through active listening and open communication.

• Maintain a positive attitude, adapting to changing circumstances, overcoming resistance, and driving the change process forward.

• Foster a collaborative environment, work effectively with diverse teams, and promote teamwork and knowledge sharing.

If you meet the above requirements, please email your CV to fran@frangrant.com